Silicone implants from the 1980's?

January 24, 2013

My breast augmentation for appearance only was back in the 1980's. They were silicone back then. What possible health hazards am I faced with? They still look great even though one is firmer than the other. Should I replace them, because frankly I cant afford it, but I will if they are dangerous. From what Ive read there are really no real health issues to worry about. I would like to get an MRI to better check my breasts once a year for a mammogram becsause they are dense when x-rayed.

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August 21, 2014

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